1967 Citroen DS vs. 2001 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2001 Panoz AIV 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 272 kg more than 2001 Panoz AIV.
Because 2001 Panoz AIV 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 2001 Panoz AIV. 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, 2001 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 2001 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Citroen | Panoz |
| Model | DS | AIV |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
