1956 Citroen DS vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 11 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
Because 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | DS | 410 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
