1967 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Honda Legend

To start off, 2007 Honda Legend 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Legend weights approximately 468 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 2007 Honda Legend 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, 2007 Honda Legend 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Legend (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Citroen DS 2007 Honda Legend
Make Citroen Honda
Model DS Legend
Year Released 1967 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2175 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 291 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 177 Nm 351 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.5 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1452 kg 1920 kg
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 11.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 73 L