1959 Citroen DS vs. 1959 Maserati Tipo 60
To start off, both 1959 Citroen DS and 1959 Maserati Tipo 60 were released in the same year (1959). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Maserati Tipo 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Maserati Tipo 60 (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Maserati Tipo 60 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 750 kg more than 1959 Maserati Tipo 60.
Because 1959 Maserati Tipo 60 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 1959 Maserati Tipo 60. 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 | 1959 Maserati Tipo 60 | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | DS | Tipo 60 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 570 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2210 mm |
