1956 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 307 is newer by 48 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 307 (297 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 28 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 307.
Because 2004 Peugeot 307 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 307 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Peugeot 307 (580 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2004 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | DS | 307 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2620 mm |
