1966 Citroen DS vs. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 50 kg more than 1966 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen DS | 1989 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | DS | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 68 L |