1999 Buick Riviera vs. 1966 Citroen DS
To start off, 1999 Buick Riviera is newer by 33 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Riviera (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Riviera weights approximately 250 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.
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, 1999 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Riviera | 1966 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Riviera | DS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
