2009 Acura TL vs. 1957 Citroen DS
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 532 kg more than 1957 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 1957 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | TL | DS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
