1991 Jaguar XJS vs. 1942 Simca 5
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJS is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Simca 5 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1942 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1942 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1072 kg more than 1942 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:
| 1991 Jaguar XJS | 1942 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | XJS | 5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1942 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2010 mm |
