1979 Buick Century vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 20 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 110 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 1979 Buick Century 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 1979 Buick Century. 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, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Century | DS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3140 mm |
