1967 Citroen DS vs. 1966 Maserati Mexico
To start off, 1967 Citroen DS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Maserati Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Maserati Mexico would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 2 kg more than 1966 Maserati Mexico.
Because 1966 Maserati Mexico 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 1966 Maserati Mexico. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Maserati Mexico (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Maserati Mexico will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1966 Maserati Mexico | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | DS | Mexico |
Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 4136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2650 mm |