1976 Buick Riviera vs. 1965 Citroen DS
To start off, 1976 Buick Riviera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 6,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Riviera (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 315 kg more than 1965 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Buick Riviera 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 Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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 Riviera (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 1965 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Riviera | DS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6595 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 | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3140 mm |
