1959 Citroen DS vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1959 Citroen DS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Citroen DS (74 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 350 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
Model | DS | 312 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 137 Nm | 98 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2460 mm |