1956 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 57 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 740 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | DS | F-TYPE |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 450 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2053 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2909 mm |