1987 Citroen CX vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1987 Citroen CX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 145 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Because 1952 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 1952 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen CX | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | CX | XK |
Year Released | 1987 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2600 mm |