1967 Citroen DS vs. 2001 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 34 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 740 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.
Because 2001 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2001 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | DS | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2550 mm |
