1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 580 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen DS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Riviera | DS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
