1959 Citroen DS vs. 1965 Ferrari 512 F1
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 (223 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 512 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 638 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1.
Because 1965 Ferrari 512 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 1965 Ferrari 512 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 | 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | DS | 512 F1 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 12000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
