1957 Citroen DS vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1974 Ferrari Dino is newer by 17 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 2,924 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari Dino (250 HP) has 176 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 9 kg more than 1957 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Ferrari Dino. 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, 1974 Ferrari Dino (283 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1974 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | DS | Dino |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2924 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
