1948 Citroen 15 vs. 1988 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1988 Ferrari F40 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 546 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 15 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F40.
Because 1988 Ferrari F40 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 1988 Ferrari F40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 15 | 1988 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | 15 | F40 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 622 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2460 mm |