1959 Citroen DS vs. 1996 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1996 Dodge Viper is newer by 37 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Viper weights approximately 235 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 1996 Dodge Viper 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 1996 Dodge Viper. 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1996 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | DS | Viper |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2520 mm |
