1959 Citroen DS vs. 1969 Holden Brougham
To start off, 1969 Holden Brougham is newer by 10 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Brougham (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Brougham weights approximately 140 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 1969 Holden Brougham 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 1969 Holden Brougham. 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, 1969 Holden Brougham (408 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1969 Holden Brougham | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | DS | Brougham |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2830 mm |
