1960 Citroen DS vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1993 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 20 kg more than 1993 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1993 Mazda RX-7 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 1993 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 1993 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |
