1968 Citroen DS vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1968 Citroen DS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Citroen DS weights approximately 212 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 1967 Ford GT 40 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 1967 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1968 Citroen DS (151 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1968 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 125 L |
