2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 50 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 59 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Silverado | DS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 63 L |
