1967 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 31 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), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 22 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1998 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 1998 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, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | DS | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| 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 | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1430 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 84 L |
