1959 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Lotus Emme
To start off, 1998 Lotus Emme is newer by 39 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 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus Emme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Emme (260 HP) has 186 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Emme should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 642 kg more than 1998 Lotus Emme.
Because 1998 Lotus Emme 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 1998 Lotus Emme. 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, 1998 Lotus Emme (354 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1998 Lotus Emme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1998 Lotus Emme | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | DS | Emme |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2770 mm |
