1965 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 132 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | DS | Golf |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
