1967 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 198 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | DS | 350Z |
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 | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |