1965 Citroen DS vs. 1953 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1965 Citroen DS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 212 would be higher. At 2,562 cc (12 cylinders), 1953 Ferrari 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 212 (163 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen DS weights approximately 280 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 1953 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | DS | 212 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 159 L |
