2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 39 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 98 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (308 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Lucerne | 1967 Citroen DS | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Lucerne | DS |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 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 | 1550 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |