1967 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Alpina D3
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 40 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 2 kg more than 2007 Alpina D3.
Because 2007 Alpina D3 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 2007 Alpina D3. 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, 2007 Alpina D3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 2007 Alpina D3 | |
Make | Citroen | Alpina |
Model | DS | D3 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3346 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |