1965 Cadillac Calais vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1965 Cadillac Calais is newer by 6 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 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Cadillac Calais (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 690 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.
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1965 Cadillac Calais | 1959 Citroen DS | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Calais | DS |
Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7029 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |