1959 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 50 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1110 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 2009 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 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | DS | 911 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
