1967 Citroen DS vs. 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial
To start off, 1967 Citroen DS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial (158 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 420 kg more than 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial.
Because 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial 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 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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.
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1967 Citroen DS | 1953 Ferrari 500 Mondial | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | DS | 500 Mondial |
Year Released | 1967 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 735 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2260 mm |