1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Wildcat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Wildcat | DS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3140 mm |
