1967 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 46 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 72 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | DS | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| 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 | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4277 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
