1973 Citroen DS vs. 1983 Porsche 959
To start off, 1983 Porsche 959 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 959 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1973 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Porsche 959 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 1983 Porsche 959. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen DS | 1983 Porsche 959 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | DS | 959 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2280 mm |