1956 Citroen DS vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 531 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 240 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | DS | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 92 L |
