1972 Citroen DS vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 1972 Citroen DS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 190 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911.
Because 1968 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 1968 Porsche 911. 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, 1968 Porsche 911 (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen DS | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | DS | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2270 mm |