1974 Citroen DS vs. 1974 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, both 1974 Citroen DS and 1974 Jensen Interceptor were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1974 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 300 kg more than 1974 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen DS | 1974 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | DS | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2680 mm |
