1972 Citroen DS vs. 1954 DKW Coupe
To start off, 1972 Citroen DS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen DS (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 393 kg more than 1954 DKW Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Citroen DS (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 1954 DKW Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | DS | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2340 mm |
