1956 Citroen 15 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1956 Citroen 15 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Because 1952 Jaguar XK 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 1952 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | 15 | XK |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2600 mm |
