1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 1967 Citroen DS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Buick Riviera (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 408 kg more than 1967 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Buick Riviera 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 1963 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1963 Buick Riviera (603 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 1967 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Riviera | DS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
