1966 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 47 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 (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (488 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 494 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 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | DS | F-TYPE |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 488 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2053 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2909 mm |