1996 AC Cobra vs. 1966 Citroen DS
To start off, 1996 AC Cobra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 360 kg more than 1996 AC Cobra.
Because 1996 AC Cobra 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 1996 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1996 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1996 AC Cobra | 1966 Citroen DS | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | Cobra | DS |
Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |