1969 Citroen DS vs. 1954 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1969 Citroen DS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1969 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 285 kg more than 1969 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Jensen Interceptor (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen DS | 1954 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | DS | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2860 mm |
