2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac DTS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS.
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 Cadillac DTS (396 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | DTS | DS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
