1968 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti is newer by 42 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 5,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti weights approximately 515 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 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti 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 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti. 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, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Citroen DS | 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | DS | 612 Scaglietti |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 532 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4902 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1956 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1344 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2949 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 110 L |