1965 Citroen DS vs. 2001 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 36 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 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (380 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS.
Because 2001 Ferrari 360 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 2001 Ferrari 360. 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Citroen DS | 2001 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | DS | 360 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 95 L |
