2008 Jaguar XJR vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 59 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1949 Simca 8. (49 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1949 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 784 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, 2008 Jaguar XJR (561 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Simca 8. (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Simca 8. 2008 Jaguar XJR 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. 2008 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJR | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | XJR | 8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 561 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2450 mm |
