2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1964 Simca 1300
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1964 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1964 Simca 1300. 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 1964 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | XJ8 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| 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 | 300 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
