1959 Citroen DS vs. 1967 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 8 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 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 576 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Maserati Quattroporte 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 1967 Maserati Quattroporte. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1967 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1967 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | DS | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 362 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2760 mm |