1971 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 40 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1971 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 361 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 2011 Nissan 370Z 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 2011 Nissan 370Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen DS | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2550 mm |
