1957 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1023 kg more than 1957 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | DS | Ram |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
