1956 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 52 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 282 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 2008 Nissan 350Z 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 2008 Nissan 350Z. 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
