1957 Citroen DS vs. 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider
To start off, both 1957 Citroen DS and 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,101 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider (297 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 275 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider.
Because 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider 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 340 Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 1957 Ferrari 340 Spider | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | DS | 340 Spider |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 850 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
