1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1981 Buick LeSabre is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick LeSabre (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 480 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1981 Buick LeSabre (274 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS. 1981 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen DS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Buick LeSabre | 1956 Citroen DS | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | LeSabre | DS |
Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 137 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3140 mm |