1960 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Ford E-350
To start off, 2010 Ford E-350 is newer by 50 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 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-350 (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS.
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, 2010 Ford E-350 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen DS | 2010 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | DS | E-350 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |