1985 Citroen CX vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 37 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 106 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 78 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, 1985 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 XK (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen CX | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | CX | XK |
Year Released | 1985 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2600 mm |