1972 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 41 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 973 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen DS | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | DS | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2895 mm |