1966 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS is newer by 47 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKS (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKS weights approximately 466 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 2013 Lincoln MKS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Lincoln MKS (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
| Model | DS | MKS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 72 L |
