1972 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 34 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 525 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 2006 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 2006 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | DS | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2360 mm |