1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1990 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1990 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1990 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | 2CV | XJS |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 82 L |
