1960 Citroen DS vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1960 Citroen DS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 31 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | DS | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
