1964 Citroen DS vs. 1954 Daimler Conquest
To start off, 1964 Citroen DS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Daimler Conquest (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1964 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Daimler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 274 kg more than 1964 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Daimler Conquest 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 1954 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 1954 Daimler Conquest (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen DS. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Citroen DS | 1954 Daimler Conquest | |
Make | Citroen | Daimler |
Model | DS | Conquest |
Year Released | 1964 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.8:1 |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1429 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2650 mm |