1986 Buick Regal vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1986 Buick Regal is newer by 27 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), 1986 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Regal weights approximately 362 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 1986 Buick Regal 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 1986 Buick Regal. 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, 1986 Buick Regal (448 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS. 1986 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1959 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1959 Citroen DS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Regal | 1959 Citroen DS | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Regal | DS |
Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 137 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |