1957 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 395 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Sharan (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | DS | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
