1968 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 39 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 235 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.
Because 2007 Honda NSX 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 2007 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 2007 Honda NSX (299 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 2007 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | NSX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
