1967 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Infiniti M
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS.
Because 2007 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M. 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 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 2007 Infiniti M | |
Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
Model | DS | M |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |