1959 Citroen DS vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 14 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 294 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 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | DS | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2960 mm |
