1967 Citroen DS vs. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1967 Citroen DS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 313 kg more than 1967 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Jaguar MK VIII 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 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. 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, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | DS | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1958 |
| 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 | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 77 L |
