1967 Citroen DS vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 1996 Venturi 400 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Venturi 400.
Because 1996 Venturi 400 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 Venturi 400. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Venturi |
| Model | DS | 400 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2500 mm |
