1989 Jaguar XJR-11 vs. 1969 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 656 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1200S.
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, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (801 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 696 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 | 1969 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | XJR-11 | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 741 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 801 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1260 mm |
