1967 Citroen DS vs. 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia
To start off, 1967 Citroen DS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia would be higher. At 4,554 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 412 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia.
Because 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia 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 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | DS | 375 Mille Miglia |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 4554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1040 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
