1951 Citroen 15 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJR-15.
Because 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 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 1992 Jaguar XJR-15. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1951 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Citroen 15 | 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | 15 | XJR-15 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 5993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 569 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2870 mm |