1974 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1974 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1974 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen DS | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | DS | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2743 mm |
