1972 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2013 Cadillac SRX 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac SRX (304 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1310 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 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2013 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
| Model | DS | SRX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2807 mm |
