1966 Citroen DS vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2000 Honda NSX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 Honda NSX.
Because 2000 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 2000 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | NSX |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |
