1964 AC Cobra vs. 1965 Citroen DS
To start off, 1965 Citroen DS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 440 kg more than 1964 AC Cobra.
Because 1964 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 1964 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1964 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 AC Cobra | 1965 Citroen DS | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Cobra | DS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4737 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 426 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |
