1967 Citroen DS vs. 1978 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 488 kg more than 1967 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 De Tomaso Deauville 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 1978 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1978 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
| Model | DS | Deauville |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
