1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1949 Citroen 11
To start off, 1970 Buick Skylark is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 11 would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Skylark (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 434 kg more than 1949 Citroen 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Buick Skylark 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 1970 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Citroen 11, 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.
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1970 Buick Skylark | 1949 Citroen 11 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Skylark | 11 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3280 mm |