1960 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 48 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 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1663 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (640 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1960 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1960 Citroen DS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen DS | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | DS | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 137 Nm | 640 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 22.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |