1967 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 is newer by 45 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), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS.
Because 2012 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| 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 | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 132 L |
