1956 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 1999 Venturi 400 is newer by 43 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Venturi 400 weights approximately 10 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 1999 Venturi 400 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 1999 Venturi 400. 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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Venturi |
| Model | DS | 400 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2500 mm |
