1976 Citroen CX vs. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 314 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX.
Because 1948 Jaguar Mark IV 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 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX, 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, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen CX | 1948 Jaguar Mark IV | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | CX | Mark IV |
Year Released | 1976 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3060 mm |