1959 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, both 1959 Cadillac DeVille 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac DeVille (198 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 822 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 DeVille 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 DeVille. 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 DeVille | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | DeVille | DS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 74 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
