1965 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 39 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 284 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.
Because 2004 Jaguar S-Type 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 2004 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (336 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | DS | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2920 mm |
