1947 Citroen 15 vs. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1947 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1947 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 215 kg more than 1947 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast 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 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1947 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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Citroen 15 | 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | 15 | 500 Superfast |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2650 mm |
