1971 Citroen DS vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 1971 Citroen DS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Brougham would be higher. At 6,721 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Brougham (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1971 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Brougham weights approximately 148 kg more than 1971 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Mercury Brougham 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 Mercury Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1967 Mercury Brougham (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen DS | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | DS | Brougham |
Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 6721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3130 mm |