1972 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 41 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (279 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 418 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 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL 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, 2013 Acura TL (343 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen DS | 2013 Acura TL | |
Make | Citroen | Acura |
Model | DS | TL |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1452 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |