1969 Buick GS vs. 1968 Citroen DS
To start off, 1969 Buick GS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen DS 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 92 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 420 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 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, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Buick GS | 1968 Citroen DS | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | GS | DS |
Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3130 mm |