1998 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 32 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 935 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, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (525 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 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. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XJ8 | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | XJ8 | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 53 L |
