1989 Citroen XM vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 70 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Because 1959 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 1959 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM, 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | XM | XK |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2600 mm |