1967 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Lexus IS
To start off, 1999 Lexus IS is newer by 32 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, 1999 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 52 kg more than 1999 Lexus IS.
Because 1999 Lexus IS 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 1999 Lexus IS. 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, 1999 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1999 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | DS | IS |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
