1957 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 42 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 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (407 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | DS | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2550 mm |
