1960 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Toyota Crown is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Crown (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Crown weights approximately 350 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Crown (294 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen DS | 2005 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | DS | Crown |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |