1960 Citroen DS vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 46 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 114 L |
