1985 Citroen CX vs. 1967 Jensen FF
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen FF (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen FF weights approximately 555 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen CX | 1967 Jensen FF | |
Make | Citroen | Jensen |
Model | CX | FF |
Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 587 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |