1959 Citroen DS vs. 1969 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1969 Ferrari Dino is newer by 10 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 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 276 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1969 Ferrari Dino 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 1969 Ferrari Dino. 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, 1969 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen DS | 1969 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | DS | Dino |
Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 187 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 57 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |