1985 Bitter SC vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 1985 Bitter SC is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Bitter SC (208 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Bitter SC weights approximately 163 kg more than 1967 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Bitter SC 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 1985 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1985 Bitter SC (327 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Bitter SC | 1967 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Bitter | Citroen |
| Model | SC | DS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3848 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3140 mm |
