1974 Citroen GS vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1974 Citroen GS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Jaguar 240 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 1968 Jaguar 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1968 Jaguar 240 (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen GS | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | GS | 240 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1222 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 54 L |
