1959 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 1967 Citroen DS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1967 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood 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 Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1967 Citroen DS | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Fleetwood | DS |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |