1957 Citroen DS vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 140 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen DS | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | DS | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |