1957 Citroen DS vs. 1988 Maserati 228
To start off, 1988 Maserati 228 is newer by 31 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 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen DS weights approximately 55 kg more than 1988 Maserati 228.
Because 1988 Maserati 228 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 1988 Maserati 228. 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, 1988 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 1988 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | DS | 228 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
