1961 Citroen DS vs. 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, both 1961 Citroen DS and 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1961 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Citroen DS weights approximately 475 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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:
| 1961 Citroen DS | 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | DS | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
