1972 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 132 L |
