1944 Citroen 15 vs. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 52 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Because 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS 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 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1944 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. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Citroen 15 | 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | 15 | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2360 mm |
