1956 Citroen DS vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1970 Mercury Comet is newer by 14 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (137 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 250 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 1970 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 1970 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, 1970 Mercury Comet (319 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1970 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 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | DS | Comet |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2800 mm |
