1959 AC Greyhound vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 1960 Citroen DS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 AC Greyhound (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 85 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Greyhound | DS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
