1965 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 48 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 430 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 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | DS | XJ |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3157 mm |
