1965 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XKR is newer by 40 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 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 285 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 2005 Jaguar XKR 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 2005 Jaguar XKR. 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, 2005 Jaguar XKR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 2005 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | DS | XKR |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |
