1978 Buick LeSabre vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1978 Buick LeSabre is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 270 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1978 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1978 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick LeSabre | 1959 Citroen DS | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | LeSabre | DS |
Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 137 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1320 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 |