1972 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 40 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 60 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 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
