1960 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1950 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 Ford F-250 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 2007 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | DS | F-250 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 105.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 3075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 114 L |