1966 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 46 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 350 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 2012 Jaguar XK 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 2012 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen DS | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | DS | XK |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4793 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1321 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 61 L |