1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1965 Citroen DS
To start off, 1965 Citroen DS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 910 kg more than 1965 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1965 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Imperial | DS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3140 mm |
