1965 Citroen DS vs. 1993 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1993 Porsche Boxster is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche Boxster (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 50 kg more than 1993 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1993 Porsche Boxster 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 1993 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1993 Porsche Boxster (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 1993 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | DS | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1250 mm |
