1969 Citroen DS vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (125 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1969 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 395 kg more than 1969 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Pontiac Firebird 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 1979 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen DS | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | DS | Firebird |
Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |