1966 Citroen DS vs. 1989 Jaguar F-Type
To start off, 1989 Jaguar F-Type is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar F-Type weights approximately 114 kg more than 1966 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jaguar F-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1989 Jaguar F-Type | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | DS | F-Type |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2600 mm |
