1967 Citroen DS vs. 1967 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, both 1967 Citroen DS and 1967 Ferrari 365 GT were released in the same year (1967). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 455 kg more than 1967 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ferrari 365 GT 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 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. 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 | 1967 Ferrari 365 GT | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | DS | 365 GT |
Year Released | 1967 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |