2004 Jaguar Concept Eight vs. 1966 Simca Ariane
To start off, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1966 Simca Ariane. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca Ariane.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight | 1966 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | Concept Eight | Ariane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2700 mm |
