1959 Citroen DS vs. 1964 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Vauxhall Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Vauxhall Cresta weights approximately 79 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 1964 Vauxhall Cresta 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 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Vauxhall Cresta (251 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1964 Vauxhall Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1964 Vauxhall Cresta | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | DS | Cresta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
