2007 Jaguar XKR vs. 1969 Simca 1200S
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1969 Simca 1200S. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1969 Simca 1200S.
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 XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Simca 1200S. (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Simca 1200S. 2007 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1969 Simca 1200S has manual transmission. 1969 Simca 1200S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XKR | 1969 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | XKR | 1200S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 53 L |
