1985 Citroen BX vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 220 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar MK II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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 II (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | BX | MK II |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
