1973 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1973 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ferrari F355 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 1998 Ferrari F355. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 1998 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | DS | F355 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2460 mm |
