1959 Citroen DS vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 42 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 245 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, 2001 Mercury Sable (246 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | DS | Sable |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
