1959 Citroen DS vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJR is newer by 35 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 624 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 1994 Jaguar XJR 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 1994 Jaguar XJR. 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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1994 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | DS | XJR |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 512 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 81 L |