1956 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 55 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 131 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 2011 Porsche 911 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 2011 Porsche 911. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | DS | 911 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
