1966 Citroen DS vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1972 Mercury Comet is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 226 kg more than 1972 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mercury Comet 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 1972 Mercury Comet. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen DS | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | DS | Comet |
Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2630 mm |