1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1957 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1957 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1957 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 660 kg more than 1957 Simca Aronde. 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Simca Aronde. (90 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Jaguar XJS | 1957 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Jaguar | Simca |
Model | XJS | Aronde |
Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |