1973 Citroen DS vs. 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia
To start off, 1973 Citroen DS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia (238 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen DS weights approximately 410 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia.
Because 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia 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 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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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1973 Citroen DS | 1954 Ferrari 250 Mille Miglia | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | DS | 250 Mille Miglia |
Year Released | 1973 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1040 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2410 mm |