1959 Citroen DS vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 1968 Plymouth GTX is newer by 9 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth GTX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth GTX (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth GTX weights approximately 277 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 1968 Plymouth GTX 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 1968 Plymouth GTX. 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, 1968 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | DS | GTX |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 651 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 109.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1597 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |