1960 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 47 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 730 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.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | DS | Ram |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
