1957 Citroen DS vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 33 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 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 289 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | DS | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
