1959 Citroen DS vs. 1954 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1959 Citroen DS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 367 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1954 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1954 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | DS | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2860 mm |
