1959 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 54 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 633 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 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
| Model | DS | CTS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
