1968 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1968 Citroen DS
To start off, both 1968 Cadillac Brougham and 1968 Citroen DS were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Brougham (229 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 900 kg more than 1968 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Cadillac Brougham 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 Cadillac Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac Brougham | 1968 Citroen DS | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Brougham | DS |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 65 L |