1959 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 52 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 853 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg Agera.
Because 2011 Koenigsegg Agera 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 2011 Koenigsegg Agera. 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, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 Nm) has 963 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2011 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2011 Koenigsegg Agera | |
| Make | Citroen | Koenigsegg |
| Model | DS | Agera |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 927 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 1100 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 | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
