1967 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 43 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo (550 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 72 kg more than 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo. 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, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
Model | DS | Gallardo |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1166 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |