2006 Acura RL vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RL weights approximately 294 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL 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, 2006 Acura RL (347 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | RL | DS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 63 L |
