1956 Citroen DS vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1988 Porsche 944 is newer by 32 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 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (214 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 944 weights approximately 85 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 1988 Porsche 944 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 1988 Porsche 944. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Porsche 944 (351 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | DS | 944 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2390 mm |
