1962 Citroen DS vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, both 1962 Citroen DS and 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire were released in the same year (1962). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1962 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire weights approximately 17 kg more than 1962 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 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 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen DS | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | DS | Jetfire |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
