1968 Citroen DS vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,783 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 420 kg more than 1968 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Citroen DS | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | DS | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |