1967 Citroen DS vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 683 kg more than 1967 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3050 mm |
