1957 Citroen DS vs. 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is newer by 45 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 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 370 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 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello 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 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello. 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, 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 2002 Ferrari 575M Maranello | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | DS | 575M Maranello |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 5747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 105 L |
