1969 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 44 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1969 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 523 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 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen DS | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | DS | S60 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2776 mm |
