1959 Citroen DS vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1978 Ford Mustang is newer by 19 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 30 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Because 1978 Ford Mustang 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 1978 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (339 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | DS | Mustang |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 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 | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2560 mm |