1956 Citroen DS vs. 1980 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1980 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 24 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (65 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 142 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ferrari Mondial 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 1980 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1980 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | DS | Mondial |
Year Released | 1956 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 65 HP | 214 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 243 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
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 | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |