1959 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 46 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP) has 166 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 682 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 2005 Lincoln Town Car 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 2005 Lincoln Town Car. 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, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 2005 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
Model | DS | Town Car |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 137 Nm | 389 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |