1948 Citroen 15 vs. 1991 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 604 kg more than 1948 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 15 | 1991 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | 15 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2600 mm |
