1967 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 41 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 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 168 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.

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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Citroen DS 2008 Volkswagen Golf
Make Citroen Volkswagen
Model DS Golf
Year Released 1967 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2175 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 177 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.5 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1452 kg 1284 kg
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 55 L