1959 Citroen DS vs. 1992 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1992 Infiniti J30 is newer by 33 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 281 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 1992 Infiniti J30 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 1992 Infiniti J30. 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, 1992 Infiniti J30 (261 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1992 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1992 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | DS | J30 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
