2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1970 Citroen DS
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1970 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen DS.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1970 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Express | DS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3130 mm |
