1947 Citroen 15 vs. 1975 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1975 Maserati Bora is newer by 28 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Maserati Bora (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1947 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1947 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Maserati Bora weights approximately 100 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 1975 Maserati Bora 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 1975 Maserati Bora. 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, 1975 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Citroen 15 | 1975 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | 15 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
