1959 Citroen DS vs. 1954 Ferrari 553 F1
To start off, 1959 Citroen DS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 553 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 (256 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 730 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 553 F1.
Because 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 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 1954 Ferrari 553 F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | DS | 553 F1 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2170 mm |
