1956 Citroen DS vs. 1995 McLaren F1 GTR
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR 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 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 562 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 138 kg more than 1995 McLaren F1 GTR.
Because 1995 McLaren F1 GTR 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 McLaren F1 GTR. 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 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 582 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1995 McLaren F1 GTR | |
Make | Citroen | McLaren |
Model | DS | F1 GTR |
Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 627 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 715 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2720 mm |