1974 Buick Centurion vs. 1970 Citroen DS
To start off, 1974 Buick Centurion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen DS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1970 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 860 kg more than 1970 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1974 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Centurion | 1970 Citroen DS | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Centurion | DS |
Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3130 mm |