1956 Citroen DS vs. 1994 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1994 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 38 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 318 kg more than 1994 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1994 Italdesign Nazca 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 1994 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1994 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1994 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Citroen | Italdesign |
| Model | DS | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
