1963 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,013 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1963 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1963 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen DS | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | DS | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2158 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2745 mm |
