2001 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1941 Simca 5
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Simca 5 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1941 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1941 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1941 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:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | 1941 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | XJ220 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1941 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2230 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2010 mm |
