1959 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 48 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 930 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 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | DS | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
