1957 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 56 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 500 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 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | DS | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2920 mm |
