1959 Citroen DS vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1995 Toyota Lexcen 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 65 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 Toyota Lexcen 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 1995 Toyota Lexcen. 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, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (304 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1995 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1995 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2740 mm |
