1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1970 Citroen DS
To start off, 1970 Citroen DS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1970 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1970 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1970 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Imperial | DS |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3130 mm |
