1957 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 51 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, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 89 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen DS | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | DS | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |