1961 AC Ace vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1961 AC Ace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Ace (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 327 kg more than 1961 AC Ace.
Because 1961 AC Ace 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 1961 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 1961 AC Ace (180 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1961 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Ace | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Ace | DS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
