1986 Citroen CX vs. 1951 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 1986 Citroen CX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 475 kg more than 1951 Jaguar C-Type.
Because 1951 Jaguar C-Type 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 1951 Jaguar C-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1951 Jaguar C-Type (298 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 1951 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | CX | C-Type |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2440 mm |
