1960 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 51 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 907 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | DS | Quest |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
