1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 1944 Simca 8
To start off, 1959 Jaguar MK II is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Simca 8 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1944 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1944 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 605 kg more than 1944 Simca 8. 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:
| 1959 Jaguar MK II | 1944 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | MK II | 8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
