1972 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 36 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 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, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2008 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | DS | QX56 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 106 L |
