1959 Citroen DS vs. 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 36 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 155 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 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1995 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DS | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2480 mm |
