1956 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 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 2005 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |
