1954 Buick 40 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1959 Citroen DS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Buick 40 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 1954 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | 40 | DS |
Year Released | 1954 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 137 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1320 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3140 mm |