1965 Citroen DS vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1965 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | DS | 407 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
