1957 Citroen DS vs. 1995 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 38 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 265 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 1995 Nissan 300 ZX 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 1995 Nissan 300 ZX. 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, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen DS | 1995 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | DS | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2580 mm |