2007 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 2007 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 48 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 630 kg more than 1959 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, 2007 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2007 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick LaCrosse | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | LaCrosse | DS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 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 Weight | 1950 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
