1959 Citroen DS vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1969 Pontiac GTO 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 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 80 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 Pontiac GTO 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 Pontiac GTO. 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 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1969 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | DS | GTO |
Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 6549 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 603 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 69 L |