1959 Citroen DS vs. 1973 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 14 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 2,461 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 50 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 1973 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. 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, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco (210 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1973 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1973 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | DS | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 210 Nm |
| 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 | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2460 mm |
