1959 Citroen DS vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD is newer by 20 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 366 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford LTD 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 1979 Ford LTD. 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, 1979 Ford LTD (332 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1979 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | LTD |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
