1990 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1955 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1955 Simca Aronde. (56 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1955 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.
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1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1955 Simca Aronde | |
Make | Jaguar | Simca |
Model | XJR-15 | Aronde |
Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5993 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2450 mm |