1968 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1941 Simca 5
To start off, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Simca 5 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1941 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1941 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1941 Simca 5. 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:
| 1968 Jaguar XJ6 | 1941 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | XJ6 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1941 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2010 mm |
