1967 Citroen DS vs. 1984 Maserati 228
To start off, 1984 Maserati 228 is newer by 17 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 187 kg more than 1984 Maserati 228.
Because 1984 Maserati 228 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 1984 Maserati 228. 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, 1984 Maserati 228 (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1984 Maserati 228 | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | DS | 228 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |