1957 Citroen DS vs. 1960 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1960 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Flaminia (100 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 47 kg more than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Because 1960 Lancia Flaminia 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 1960 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1960 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen DS | 1960 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | DS | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1957 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 137 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |