2006 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1955 Simca Vedette
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Simca Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Simca Vedette would be higher. At 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (254 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1955 Simca Vedette. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Simca Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 504 kg more than 1955 Simca Vedette. 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. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 1955 Simca Vedette has manual transmission. 1955 Simca Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | 1955 Simca Vedette | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | XJ8 | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3555 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2700 mm |
