1960 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 576 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | DS | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
