1967 Citroen DS vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1967 Citroen DS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 80 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Because 1948 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 1948 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | DS | XK |
Year Released | 1967 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |