1961 AC Cobra vs. 1961 Citroen DS
To start off, both 1961 AC Cobra and 1961 Citroen DS were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1961 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Citroen DS weights approximately 175 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
Because 1961 AC Cobra 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 Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 1961 Citroen DS | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Cobra | DS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
