1956 Citroen DS vs. 1972 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1972 Ferrari Dino is newer by 16 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 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 33 kg more than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1972 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 1972 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, 1972 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm). This means 1972 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 | 1972 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | DS | Dino |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 59.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1258 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2350 mm |
