1968 Citroen DS vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 22 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 1982 Ferrari 208 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 1982 Ferrari 208. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ferrari 208 (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | DS | 208 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |
