2007 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 8 would be higher. At 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 734 kg more than 1949 Simca 8. 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 1949 Simca 8 has manual transmission. 1949 Simca 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | XJ8 | 8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3555 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2450 mm |
