1967 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 44 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1272 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 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | DS | F-150 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 411 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5603 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2192 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1994 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3386 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |