1965 Citroen DS vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 485 kg more than 1965 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen DS | 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
Model | DS | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1965 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3230 mm |