1959 Citroen DS vs. 1969 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1969 Toyota 2000GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Toyota 2000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota 2000GT (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 160 kg more than 1969 Toyota 2000GT.
Because 1969 Toyota 2000GT 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 1969 Toyota 2000GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1969 Toyota 2000GT (180 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1969 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1969 Toyota 2000GT | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | DS | 2000GT |
Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |