1973 Buick Centurion vs. 1973 Citroen DS
To start off, both 1973 Buick Centurion and 1973 Citroen DS were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 626 kg more than 1973 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Centurion | 1973 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Centurion | DS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3140 mm |
