2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1197 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Express | DS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 63 L |
