2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 2000 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 102 kg more than 1967 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, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick LaCrosse | 1967 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LaCrosse | DS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3140 mm |
