1967 Citroen DS vs. 1996 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1996 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 29 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 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 802 kg more than 1996 Donkervoort D8.
Because 1996 Donkervoort D8 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 1996 Donkervoort D8. 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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1996 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Citroen | Donkervoort |
Model | DS | D8 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2310 mm |