1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1966 Citroen DS
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 390 kg more than 1966 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Buick Roadmaster 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 1991 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1966 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Roadmaster | DS |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 25 L |
