1967 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle 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 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (114 HP @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 222 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle.
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 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | DS | Beetle |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 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 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |