1959 Citroen DS vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1974 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 228 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1974 Porsche 911 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 1974 Porsche 911. 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (280 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | DS | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 280 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2270 mm |