1985 Citroen BX vs. 1959 Jaguar MK IX
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 IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 477 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 IX. 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 IX (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK IX 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 IX | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | BX | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3050 mm |
