1956 Citroen DS vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1958 Wartburg 312 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (74 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 170 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. 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 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | DS | 312 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2460 mm |
