1959 Citroen DS vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 1959 Citroen DS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 2.6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 2.6 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Riley 2.6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Riley 2.6 (101 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Riley 2.6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Riley 2.6 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 Riley 2.6. 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, 1957 Riley 2.6 (194 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1957 Riley 2.6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
Make | Citroen | Riley |
Model | DS | 2.6 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 194 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |