1957 Citroen DS vs. 1968 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1968 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 11 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 2,775 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 200 kg more than 1957 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 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, 1968 Lancia Flaminia (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 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 | 1968 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | DS | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 48 L |
