1966 Citroen DS vs. 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 24 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 177 kg more than 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Because 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS 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 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS. 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, 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen DS | 1990 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | DS | 328 GTS |
Year Released | 1966 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 74 L |