1959 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 48 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (216 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover LR3 (365 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 2007 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | DS | LR3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 365 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 100.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |