1972 Citroen DS vs. 1972 Ford Galaxie
To start off, both 1972 Citroen DS and 1972 Ford Galaxie were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Galaxie (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Galaxie should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 597 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Galaxie 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 1972 Ford Galaxie. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Ford Galaxie (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen DS | 1972 Ford Galaxie | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | DS | Galaxie |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 5765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |