1969 Citroen DS vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1969 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 420 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.
Because 1988 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 1988 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen DS | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | DS | XJS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2600 mm |
