1992 Jaguar XJR vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 969 kg more than 1966 Simca 1200S. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S. 1992 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1966 Simca 1200S has manual transmission. 1966 Simca 1200S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJR | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | XJR | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 53 L |
