1973 Citroen DS vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen DS weights approximately 244 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | DS | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3610 mm |
