2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1409 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (447 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Express | DS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 63 L |
