1971 Citroen DS vs. 1983 Maserati 420
To start off, 1983 Maserati 420 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati 420 (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1971 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen DS weights approximately 32 kg more than 1983 Maserati 420.
Because 1983 Maserati 420 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 1983 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1983 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen DS | 1983 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | DS | 420 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
