2003 Jaguar R-D6 vs. 1941 Simca 5
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is newer by 62 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1941 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 should accelerate faster than 1941 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R-D6 weights approximately 940 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.
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2003 Jaguar R-D6 | 1941 Simca 5 | |
Make | Jaguar | Simca |
Model | R-D6 | 5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2010 mm |