1965 Jaguar MK X vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 1965 Jaguar MK X is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 8 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 940 kg more than 1949 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. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Jaguar MK X | 1949 Simca 8 | |
Make | Jaguar | Simca |
Model | MK X | 8 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |