1965 Citroen DS vs. 1970 Jensen FF
To start off, 1970 Jensen FF is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jensen FF (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen FF weights approximately 525 kg more than 1965 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 FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 1970 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | DS | FF |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2780 mm |
