1959 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2012 Citroen C6
To start off, 2012 Citroen C6 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C6. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C6 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK VIII 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 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C6, 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, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK VIII | 2012 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Citroen |
| Model | MK VIII | C6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2910 mm |
