1949 Citroen 11 vs. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, both 1949 Citroen 11 and 1949 Jaguar Mark IV were released in the same year (1949). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Citroen 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 150 kg more than 1949 Citroen 11.
Because 1949 Jaguar Mark IV 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 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Citroen 11, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Citroen 11 | 1949 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | 11 | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3060 mm |
