1971 Citroen DS vs. 1968 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1971 Citroen DS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Citroen DS (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 42 kg more than 1971 Citroen DS.
Because 1968 Ford Zephyr 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 1968 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1968 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen DS | 1968 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | DS | Zephyr |
Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 72.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2930 mm |