1971 Citroen DS vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1972 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (210 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1971 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen DS weights approximately 156 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1972 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 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (255 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen DS | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | DS | 911 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2280 mm |