2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (630 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 556 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 580 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (760 Nm) has 623 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Bugatti | Citroen |
| Model | Veyron | DS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 630 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3140 mm |
