1957 Citroen DS vs. 1985 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1985 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 28 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 150 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 1985 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 1985 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1985 Ferrari Mondial (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 1985 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | DS | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |
