1970 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 40 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1970 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 527 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.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen DS | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | DS | GT-R |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2779 mm |