1965 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 42 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 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra.
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, 1965 Citroen DS (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | DS | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 61 L |
