1949 Citroen 11 vs. 1949 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, both 1949 Citroen 11 and 1949 Jensen Interceptor were released in the same year (1949). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jensen Interceptor (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 304 kg more than 1949 Citroen 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Jensen Interceptor 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 Jensen Interceptor. 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 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | 11 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2860 mm |
