1973 Citroen DS vs. 1997 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1997 Toyota Supra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Supra weights approximately 410 kg more than 1973 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Toyota Supra 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 1997 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1997 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen DS | 1997 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | DS | Supra |
Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2560 mm |