1976 Buick LeSabre vs. 1966 Citroen DS
To start off, 1976 Buick LeSabre is newer by 10 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 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick LeSabre (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 225 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 1976 Buick LeSabre 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 LeSabre. 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, 1976 Buick LeSabre (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick LeSabre | 1966 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | DS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3140 mm |
