1967 Citroen DS vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 277 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | DS | 911 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1260 mm |