1965 Citroen DS vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1965 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ferrari 456 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 1992 Ferrari 456. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen DS | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | DS | 456 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 110 L |