1959 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise is newer by 51 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Elise (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 561 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 2010 Lotus Elise 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 2010 Lotus Elise. 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, 2010 Lotus Elise (489 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | DS | Elise |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 489 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |