1967 Citroen DS vs. 1991 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 24 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 373 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 1991 Jaguar XJ6 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 1991 Jaguar XJ6. 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, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1991 Jaguar XJ6 | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | DS | XJ6 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2880 mm |