1971 Citroen GS vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1971 Citroen GS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 635 kg more than 1971 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK II 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 1959 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Citroen GS, 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen GS | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | GS | MK II |
Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2900 mm |