1972 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
