2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 33 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 296 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 1967 Citroen DS | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Seville | DS |
Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 2175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |