1958 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1956 Simca Vedette
To start off, 1958 Jaguar MK IX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Simca Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Simca Vedette would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1956 Simca Vedette. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1956 Simca Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 625 kg more than 1956 Simca Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar MK IX | 1956 Simca Vedette | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | MK IX | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
