1971 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2010 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 39 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 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2010 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 889 more horse power than 1971 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 675 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.
Because 2010 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bugatti Veyron 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 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1099 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen DS | 2010 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Citroen | Bugatti |
| Model | DS | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 987 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 1250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
