1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 1967 Jaguar 240 is newer by 18 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 600 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jaguar 240 | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | 240 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2430 mm |
