1972 Citroen DS vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (302 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 90 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 1995 Porsche 968 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 1995 Porsche 968. 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (500 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | DS | 968 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
