1968 Citroen DS vs. 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia
To start off, 1968 Citroen DS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia would be higher. At 4,555 cc (12 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Citroen DS weights approximately 236 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia.
Because 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia 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 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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.
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1968 Citroen DS | 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | DS | 375 Mille Miglia |
Year Released | 1968 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 4555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1044 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |