1966 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 43 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 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti M weights approximately 269 kg more than 1966 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 2009 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | DS | M |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 76 L |
