1959 Citroen DS vs. 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia
To start off, 1959 Citroen DS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia would be higher. At 4,554 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 280 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia.
Because 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia 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 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. 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.
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1959 Citroen DS | 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | DS | 375 Mille Miglia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4554 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1040 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |