1971 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1971 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 348 kg more than 1971 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen DS | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | DS | 407 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2730 mm |
