2007 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1961 Simca Oceane
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1961 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 669 kg more than 1961 Simca Oceane. 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 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca Oceane. (88 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca Oceane. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 1961 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1961 Simca Oceane 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 | 1961 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | XJ8 | Oceane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 42 L |
