2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 263 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione 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 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1956 Citroen DS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | 8C Competizione | DS |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3130 mm |