1967 Citroen DS vs. 2001 Ferrari F550
To start off, 2001 Ferrari F550 is newer by 34 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari F550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari F550 weights approximately 238 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ferrari F550 (570 Nm) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 2001 Ferrari F550 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | DS | F550 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2510 mm |
