1957 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 56 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1466 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.
Because 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
| Model | DS | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2947 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
