1970 Citroen DS vs. 1996 Tatra T700
To start off, 1996 Tatra T700 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1970 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Tatra T700 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1970 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen DS | 1996 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Citroen | Tatra |
| Model | DS | T700 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3140 mm |
