1956 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 602 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 Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 Panamera | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | DS | Panamera |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2918 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |