1955 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1955 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1583 kg more than 1955 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen DS | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | DS | Defender |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
