1959 Citroen DS vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1991 Porsche 968 is newer by 32 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 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 968 weights approximately 80 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 1991 Porsche 968 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 1991 Porsche 968. 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, 1991 Porsche 968 (305 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | DS | 968 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 92 L |
