1956 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1998 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 42 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (580 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 506 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Lotus GT 1.
Because 1998 Lotus GT 1 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 1998 Lotus GT 1. 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, 1998 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1998 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | DS | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 580 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2320 mm |
