1946 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 612 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 517 kg more than 1946 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ferrari 612 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 2007 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 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, 2007 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Citroen 15 | 2007 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | 15 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2960 mm |
