1966 Citroen DS vs. 1989 Maserati 430
To start off, 1989 Maserati 430 is newer by 23 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 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 430 (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 430 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 196 kg more than 1989 Maserati 430.
Because 1989 Maserati 430 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 1989 Maserati 430. 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, 1989 Maserati 430 (375 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1989 Maserati 430 | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | DS | 430 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
