1956 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 54 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1532 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 2010 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (624 Nm) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen DS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2010 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | DS | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 624 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2672 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2878 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 104 L |