1968 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 43 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 130 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 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 2011 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | DS | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4387 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1166 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
