1959 Citroen DS vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1959 Citroen DS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 465 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356.
Because 1957 Porsche 356 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 1957 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (121 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | DS | 356 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 52 L |
