1959 Citroen DS vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 1999 Venturi 400 is newer by 40 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Venturi 400.
Because 1999 Venturi 400 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 1999 Venturi 400. 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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1999 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Citroen | Venturi |
Model | DS | 400 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 520 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2500 mm |