1959 Citroen DS vs. 1991 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Quantum 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 190 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Quantum.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1991 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1991 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | DS | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2560 mm |
