1972 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 148 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 2011 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 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | DS | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |