1956 Citroen DS vs. 1988 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Quantum 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 128 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Quantum.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS. 1988 Volkswagen Quantum has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen DS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Volkswagen Quantum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1988 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | DS | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2560 mm |
