1959 Citroen DS vs. 1982 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1982 Lotus Esprit is newer by 23 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 253 kg more than 1982 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1982 Lotus Esprit 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 1982 Lotus Esprit. 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, 1982 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1982 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1982 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | DS | Esprit |
Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 221 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 31 L |