1972 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 38 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XF weights approximately 635 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 2010 Jaguar XF 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 2010 Jaguar XF. 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, 2010 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | DS | XF |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2908 mm |
