1967 Citroen DS vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 1967 Citroen DS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Rover P5 (122 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1967 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Rover P5 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 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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 Rover P5 (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Rover P5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1966 Rover P5 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | DS | P5 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 85.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |