1960 Citroen DS vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 16 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 200 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ford Taunus 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 1976 Ford Taunus. 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, 1960 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 54 L |
