1969 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 38 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1969 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen DS.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen DS | 2007 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | DS | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
