1960 Citroen DS vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1972 Mercury Montego is newer by 12 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Montego (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 665 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 1972 Mercury Montego 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 1972 Mercury Montego. 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | DS | Montego |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 78 L |
