1956 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 53 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (248 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 271 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 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 2009 Ford F-150. 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen DS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
