1976 Buick Estate vs. 1957 Citroen DS
To start off, 1976 Buick Estate is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 565 kg more than 1957 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Buick Estate 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 1976 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 1976 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 1957 Citroen DS | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Estate | DS |
Year Released | 1976 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3140 mm |