1966 Citroen DS vs. 1966 Ford Zephyr
To start off, both 1966 Citroen DS and 1966 Ford Zephyr were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Zephyr (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (125 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 30 kg more than 1966 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Ford Zephyr 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 1966 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1966 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
