1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1966 Citroen DS
To start off, 1971 Buick Riviera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 590 kg more than 1966 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Buick Riviera 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 Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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 Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Riviera | 1966 Citroen DS | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Riviera | DS |
Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3140 mm |