1960 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 46 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | DS | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 95 L |
