1967 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1967 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 557 kg more than 1967 Bizzarrini GT.
Because 1967 Bizzarrini GT 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 1967 Bizzarrini GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1967 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Bizzarrini GT | 1956 Citroen DS | |
Make | Bizzarrini | Citroen |
Model | GT | DS |
Year Released | 1967 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3130 mm |