1956 Citroen DS vs. 1956 Renault Etoile
To start off, both 1956 Citroen DS and 1956 Renault Etoile were released in the same year (1956). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Renault Etoile is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Renault Etoile (267 HP @ 28000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Renault Etoile should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 190 kg more than 1956 Renault Etoile.
Because 1956 Renault Etoile is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Renault Etoile. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1956 Renault Etoile | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | DS | Etoile |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 28000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
