1956 Citroen DS vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is newer by 12 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 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 40 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB.
Because 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB 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 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | DS | 365 GTB |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 127 L |
