1959 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 384 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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 Falcon (391 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1704 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 |
