1995 Buick LeSabre vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 1995 Buick LeSabre is newer by 35 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick LeSabre (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 230 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick LeSabre | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LeSabre | DS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 43 L |
