1957 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Ford F-450
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 51 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS.
Because 2008 Ford F-450 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 2008 Ford F-450. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 744 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 2008 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 4390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 144 L |
