1959 Citroen DS vs. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 34 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 4,943 cc, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 250 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 1993 Ferrari 512 TR 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 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. 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, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1993 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1993 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | DS | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| 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 | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2560 mm |
