1956 Citroen 2CV vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-11
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 731 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Because 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 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 XJR-11. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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 XJR-11 (800 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 778 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 2CV | 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | 2CV | XJR-11 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 374 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1020 mm |
