2007 Acura TL vs. 1972 Citroen DS
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 178 kg more than 1972 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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1972 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | TL | DS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2347 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
