2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1969 Citroen DS
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1969 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 594 kg more than 1969 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 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 1969 Citroen DS | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Seville | DS |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |