1993 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 1993 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 26 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 3,498 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Bugatti EB 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bugatti EB 110 (553 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 445 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bugatti EB 110 weights approximately 153 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 1993 Bugatti EB 110 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Bugatti EB 110 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, 1993 Bugatti EB 110 (611 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bugatti EB 110 | 1967 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Bugatti | Citroen |
| Model | EB 110 | DS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 553 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 611 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 65 L |
