1966 Citroen DS vs. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 19 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 435 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 1985 Ferrari 412 GT 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 1985 Ferrari 412 GT. 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, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1985 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | DS | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 120 L |
