1990 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1955 Simca Vedette
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 Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Vedette 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 371 more horse power than 1955 Simca Vedette. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Simca Vedette weights approximately 130 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15.
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:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1955 Simca Vedette | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | XJR-15 | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |
