1956 Citroen DS vs. 2001 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 607 is newer by 45 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 607 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 192 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2001 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | DS | 607 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
