1959 Citroen DS vs. 1976 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1976 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 17 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 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1976 Pontiac Trans Am 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 1976 Pontiac Trans Am. 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, 1976 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1976 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1976 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | DS | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2750 mm |
