1972 Citroen DS vs. 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk
To start off, 1972 Citroen DS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk would be higher. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk (271 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk weights approximately 203 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk 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 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk (515 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm). This means 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 1956 Studebaker Sky Hawk | |
| Make | Citroen | Studebaker |
| Model | DS | Sky Hawk |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 5768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2980 mm |
