2005 Buick Century vs. 1972 Citroen DS
To start off, 2005 Buick Century is newer by 33 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Century weights approximately 310 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, 2005 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Century | 1972 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Century | DS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3130 mm |
