1967 Citroen DS vs. 1989 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 22 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 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS.
Because 1989 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 1989 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, 1989 Pontiac Firebird (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | DS | Firebird |
Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |