1972 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 37 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen DS weights approximately 306 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
Because 2009 Ford E-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 2009 Ford E-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6030 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 |
