1957 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 55 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 328 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 2012 Ford Falcon 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 2012 Ford Falcon. 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
