1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1965 Citroen DS
To start off, 1968 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 3 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 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 635 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 1968 Cadillac DeVille 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 DeVille. 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, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac DeVille | 1965 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | DeVille | DS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 43 L |
