1945 Citroen 15 vs. 1967 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1967 Ferrari 330 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,966 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1945 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ferrari 330 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 1967 Ferrari 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 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, 1967 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Citroen 15 | 1967 Ferrari 330 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | 15 | 330 |
Year Released | 1945 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2650 mm |