1967 Citroen DS vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird 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 3,783 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 88 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 Pontiac Firebird 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 Pontiac Firebird. 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 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | DS | Firebird |
Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |