1956 Citroen DS vs. 1992 Marcos Mantula
To start off, 1992 Marcos Mantula is newer by 36 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 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Marcos Mantula (173 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 250 kg more than 1992 Marcos Mantula.
Because 1992 Marcos Mantula 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 1992 Marcos Mantula. 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, 1992 Marcos Mantula (291 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1992 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1992 Marcos Mantula | |
| Make | Citroen | Marcos |
| Model | DS | Mantula |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 3945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |
