1959 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight
To start off, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is newer by 45 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (553 Nm) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | DS | Concept Eight |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3170 mm |
