1964 Citroen DS vs. 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1964 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Citroen DS weights approximately 240 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen DS. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Citroen DS | 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | DS | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1966 |
| 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 | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 133 L |
