1957 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 245 kg more than 1957 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (615 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen DS | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | DS | XK |
Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 615 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1140 mm |