1959 Citroen DS vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora is newer by 38 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 449 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS.
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, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | DS | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2900 mm |
