1956 Citroen DS vs. 1969 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 1969 Monteverdi 375 is newer by 13 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Monteverdi 375 (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1969 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1969 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Citroen | Monteverdi |
| Model | DS | 375 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 130 L |
