1977 Citroen GS vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Citroen GS would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1977 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1977 Citroen GS.
Because 2007 Jaguar XJR 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 2007 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Citroen GS | 2007 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | GS | XJR |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 554 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
