1959 Citroen DS vs. 1968 Peugeot 504D
To start off, 1968 Peugeot 504D is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 95 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Peugeot 504D 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 1968 Peugeot 504D. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (125 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1968 Peugeot 504D | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | DS | 504D |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 56 L |
