1957 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 52 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, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 22 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | DS | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1404 mm |
