1956 Citroen DS vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 27 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 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 132 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.
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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS. 1983 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen DS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | DS | 6000 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2670 mm |