1960 Citroen DS vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 32 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Camry (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | DS | Camry |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
