1956 Citroen DS vs. 1995 Honda NSX
To start off, 1995 Honda NSX is newer by 39 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda NSX weights approximately 240 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 1995 Honda NSX 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 1995 Honda NSX. 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, 1995 Honda NSX (294 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1995 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | DS | NSX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 294 Nm |
| 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 | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
