1977 Buick Regal vs. 1957 Citroen DS
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 20 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 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 150 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 1977 Buick Regal 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 1977 Buick Regal. 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, 1977 Buick Regal (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1957 Citroen DS | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Regal | DS |
Year Released | 1977 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4932 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3140 mm |