1972 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS.
Because 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen DS | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | DS | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2649 mm |
