1998 Jaguar XK vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Simca 8 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (47 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 620 kg more than 1950 Simca 8. 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 XK (393 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Simca 8. (88 Nm). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Simca 8. 1998 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1950 Simca 8 has manual transmission. 1950 Simca 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | XK | 8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2450 mm |
