1965 Citroen DS vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1965 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 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 2001 Porsche 911. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | DS | 911 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2360 mm |
