1965 Citroen DS vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1976 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 11 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 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 146 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 1976 Pontiac Firebird 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 1976 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | DS | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |
