1960 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 52 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 546 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 (270 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2012 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Luxgen |
| Model | DS | Luxgen7 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1876 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1768 mm |
