2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1972 Citroen DS
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 410 kg more than 1972 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Park Avenue | 1972 Citroen DS | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Park Avenue | DS |
Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2347 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93.5 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 | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |