1959 Citroen DS vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO is newer by 44 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 370 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.
Because 2003 Pontiac GTO 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 2003 Pontiac GTO. 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, 2003 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | DS | GTO |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
