1967 Citroen DS vs. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 545 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 378 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 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo 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 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo. 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, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 638 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | DS | 512 BBi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 815 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
