2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1957 Citroen DS
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS.
Because 2007 Chrysler 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1957 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | 300 | DS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 63 L |
