2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 954 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | XJ | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 36 L |
