1987 Citroen BX vs. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 692 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Jaguar MK VIII 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 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. 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, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | BX | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3050 mm |
