1956 Citroen DS vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1974 Ford Granada is newer by 18 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 180 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS.
Because 1974 Ford Granada 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 1974 Ford Granada. 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, 1974 Ford Granada (197 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Granada |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2800 mm |
