1957 Citroen DS vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1968 Opel Rekord 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 228 kg more than 1968 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Opel Rekord 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 Opel Rekord. 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, 1957 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen DS | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | DS | Rekord |
Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |