1959 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 49 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm) has 1016 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | DS | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 1153 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
