1967 Citroen DS vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1971 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 521 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 1971 Jensen Interceptor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor 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, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | DS | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 6284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 91 L |
