1972 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 380 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | DS | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2360 mm |
