1956 Citroen DS vs. 1984 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1984 Lamborghini LM is newer by 28 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 7,257 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lamborghini LM (414 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1442 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Lamborghini LM 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. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Lamborghini LM (589 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1984 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | DS | LM |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 7257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |
