1959 Citroen DS vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88
To start off, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is newer by 11 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 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 weights approximately 549 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 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 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 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | |
Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
Model | DS | Delta 88 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 6965 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 | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 638 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 101 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3130 mm |