1960 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Hummer H3
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 48 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1107 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 2008 Hummer H3 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, 2008 Hummer H3 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, 2008 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2008 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hummer |
| Model | DS | H3 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |
