1943 Citroen 15 vs. 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia
To start off, 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 4,555 cc (12 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Citroen 15 weights approximately 281 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia.
Because 1954 Ferrari 375 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 375 Mille Miglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1943 Citroen 15, 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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1943 Citroen 15 | 1954 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | 15 | 375 Mille Miglia |
Year Released | 1943 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 4555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1044 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |