1959 Citroen DS vs. 1983 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1983 Jaguar XJS is newer by 24 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Jaguar XJS (226 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 340 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 1983 Jaguar XJS 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 1983 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1983 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1983 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1983 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | DS | XJS |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2600 mm |