2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1958 Simca Aronde
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP) has 340 more horse power than 1958 Simca Aronde. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1958 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 892 kg more than 1958 Simca Aronde. 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Simca Aronde. (108 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 1958 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | XF | Aronde |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| 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 | 410 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2450 mm |
