1967 Citroen DS vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 18 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 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (135 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1985 Pontiac Firebird 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 1985 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | DS | Firebird |
Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |