1972 Citroen DS vs. 1995 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1995 Jaguar XJS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 462 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 1995 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 1995 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen DS | 1995 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | DS | XJS |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |