1968 Citroen DS vs. 1968 Maserati Mexico
To start off, both 1968 Citroen DS and 1968 Maserati Mexico were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Mexico is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mexico (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mexico should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Maserati Mexico weights approximately 170 kg more than 1968 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Maserati Mexico 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 1968 Maserati Mexico. 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 | 1968 Maserati Mexico | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | DS | Mexico |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 4135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2650 mm |