2007 Acura MDX vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 47 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS.
Because 2007 Acura MDX 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, 2007 Acura MDX 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, 2007 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | MDX | DS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 43 L |
