1978 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1978 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jaguar XJ220 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 2001 Jaguar XJ220. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 928 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | CX | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 1077 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
