2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1964 Simca Ariane
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1964 Simca Ariane. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 630 kg more than 1964 Simca Ariane. 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar S-Type | 1964 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | S-Type | Ariane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
