1956 Citroen DS vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara is newer by 40 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Citroen | Marcos |
| Model | DS | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1120 mm |
