1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1957 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1957 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1957 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar XK weights approximately 23 kg more than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1957 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | Rally Raid | XK |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
