1967 Citroen DS vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 26 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 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 348 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 1993 Jaguar XJS 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 1993 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | DS | XJS |
Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 5996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 476 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 86 L |