1956 Citroen DS vs. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 90 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15.
Because 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 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 1991 Jaguar XJR-15. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS, 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, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (570 Nm) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | DS | XJR-15 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 5993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 570 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |