1959 Citroen DS vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 29 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 3,331 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 5 kg more than 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (252 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | DS | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3331 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
