1959 Citroen DS vs. 1968 Jaguar XJ-13
To start off, 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 195 kg more than 1968 Jaguar XJ-13.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 (570 Nm) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | DS | XJ-13 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1000 mm |
