1947 Citroen 15 vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1967 Jaguar 240 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1947 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1947 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1947 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jaguar 240 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Citroen 15 | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | 15 | 240 |
Year Released | 1947 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2740 mm |