1959 Citroen DS vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 36 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette (163 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 400 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.
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, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | DS | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2800 mm |
