1957 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 55 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (429 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 600 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 2012 Porsche Panamera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche Panamera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (520 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | DS | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
