1972 Citroen DS vs. 1994 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1994 Ford Falcon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Falcon weights approximately 263 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 1994 Ford Falcon 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 1994 Ford Falcon. 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, 1994 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen DS | 1994 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | DS | Falcon |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2800 mm |