2008 Jaguar XK vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 980 kg more than 1966 Simca 1000. 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 XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | XK | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 36 L |
