1972 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 35 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 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 376 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 Lotus Elise 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 2007 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 2007 Lotus Elise (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen DS | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | DS | Elise |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |