1960 Citroen DS vs. 1969 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1969 Lincoln Continental is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 7,544 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lincoln Continental (365 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 887 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Lincoln Continental 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 1969 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1969 Lincoln Continental (678 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 1969 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
| Model | DS | Continental |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 7544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2980 mm |
