1959 Citroen DS vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 168 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911.
Because 1996 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | DS | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 650 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2280 mm |