1970 Citroen DS vs. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign
To start off, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1970 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 480 kg more than 1970 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Jaguar Sovereign 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 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen DS | 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | DS | Sovereign |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2870 mm |
