1959 Citroen DS vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 1992 Porsche 911 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 145 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 911 (286 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | DS | 911 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1260 mm |
