1956 Citroen DS vs. 1996 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Firebird 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 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 388 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 1996 Pontiac Firebird 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 1996 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1996 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | DS | Firebird |
Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 3353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 257 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2570 mm |