1957 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (178 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 263 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 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | DS | Passat |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
