1961 Citroen DS vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, both 1961 Citroen DS and 1961 Maserati 3500 were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1961 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1961 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Maserati 3500 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 Maserati 3500. 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 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | DS | 3500 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |