1977 Cadillac Seville vs. 1968 Citroen DS
To start off, 1977 Cadillac Seville is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Cadillac Seville (178 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 690 kg more than 1968 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Cadillac Seville 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 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Cadillac Seville | 1968 Citroen DS | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Seville | DS |
Year Released | 1977 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 65 L |