1987 Citroen BX vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 39 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, both vehicles can yield 160 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 299 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX.
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, 1987 Citroen BX, 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 (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | BX | XK |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
