1969 Buick GS vs. 1957 Citroen 15
To start off, 1969 Buick GS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 305 kg more than 1957 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Buick GS 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 1969 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Citroen 15, 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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 1957 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | GS | 15 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3100 mm |
