1967 Citroen DS vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 19 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 52 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1986 Ferrari Mondial 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 1986 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | DS | Mondial |
Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 86 L |