1971 Buick Centurion vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1971 Buick Centurion is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 942 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Buick Centurion 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 1971 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1971 Buick Centurion (498 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS. 1971 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1959 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1959 Citroen DS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Centurion | 1959 Citroen DS | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Centurion | DS |
Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 137 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3130 mm |