1956 Citroen DS vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1967 Mercury Comet is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Comet (119 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 260 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Mercury Comet (258 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | DS | Comet |
Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 258 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2950 mm |