1965 Citroen DS vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 40 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 390 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 2005 Ferrari 612 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 2005 Ferrari 612. 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen DS | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | DS | 612 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 108 L |