1956 Citroen DS vs. 1969 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1969 Ferrari Dino is newer by 13 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 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 240 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1969 Ferrari Dino 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 1969 Ferrari Dino. 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, 1969 Ferrari Dino (225 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1969 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | DS | Dino |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
