1957 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 54 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 386 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 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 2011 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | DS | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
