1959 Citroen DS vs. 1976 Porsche 930
To start off, 1976 Porsche 930 is newer by 17 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), 1976 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 180 kg more than 1976 Porsche 930.
Because 1976 Porsche 930 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 1976 Porsche 930. 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, 1976 Porsche 930 (350 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1976 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1976 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | DS | 930 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 6.5:1 |
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 | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |