1966 Citroen DS vs. 1978 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 400 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 444 kg more than 1966 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ferrari 400 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 1978 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1978 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen DS | 1978 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | DS | 400 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 422 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 120 L |