1987 Citroen CX vs. 1963 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1987 Citroen CX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 Citroen CX.
Because 1963 Jaguar MK II 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 1963 Jaguar MK II. 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, 1987 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 1963 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | CX | MK II |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
