1969 Citroen DS vs. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (520 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1969 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 237 kg more than 1969 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Lamborghini Diablo 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 1994 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1994 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen DS | 1994 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | DS | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 520 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
