1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1990 Buick LeSabre is newer by 34 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 516 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 1990 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 1990 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (257 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS. 1990 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. 1990 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | DS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 63 L |
