1967 Citroen DS vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 30 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 268 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
Model | DS | Aurora |
Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |