1967 Citroen DS vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1967 Citroen DS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 597 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Porsche 356 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 1958 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | DS | 356 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
