1959 Citroen DS vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1959 Citroen DS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 52 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 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 1948 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (276 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | DS | XK |
Year Released | 1959 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 276 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |