1984 Citroen CX vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1984 Citroen CX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 37 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Because 1948 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 1948 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen CX | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | CX | XK |
Year Released | 1984 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |