1959 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, both 1959 Cadillac Biarritz and 1959 Citroen DS were released in the same year (1959). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Biarritz (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 975 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 1959 Cadillac Biarritz 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 1959 Cadillac Biarritz. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Biarritz | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Biarritz | DS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
