1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 1969 Cadillac Calais is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 623 kg more than 1967 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Cadillac Calais | 1967 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Calais | DS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |
