1972 Citroen DS vs. 1967 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1972 Citroen DS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 410 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Jaguar Type S 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 1967 Jaguar Type S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1967 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen DS | 1967 Jaguar Type S | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | DS | Type S |
Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2740 mm |