2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1965 Citroen DS
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 910 kg more than 1965 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1965 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Express | DS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 43 L |
