1960 Citroen DS vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 310 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Plymouth Barracuda 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 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | DS | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2760 mm |
