1975 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 16 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 702 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 1975 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1975 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1975 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1975 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Caprice | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Caprice | DS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2022 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3140 mm |
