1960 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 49 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 213 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 2009 Ford Taurus 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, 2009 Ford Taurus 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen DS | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | DS | Taurus |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4501 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |