2009 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1968 Citroen DS
To start off, 2009 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen DS would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2009 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 889 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 677 kg more than 1968 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1099 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bugatti Veyron | 1968 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Bugatti | Citroen |
| Model | Veyron | DS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 987 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 1250 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1887 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3130 mm |
