1959 Citroen DS vs. 1970 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1970 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 11 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 430 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, 1970 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1970 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 | 1970 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | DS | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
