1970 Citroen DS vs. 1997 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 27 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1970 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Citroen DS weights approximately 35 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1997 De Tomaso Guara 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 1997 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen DS | 1997 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
| Model | DS | Guara |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2620 mm |
