1948 Citroen 15 vs. 1995 Lamborghini P140
To start off, 1995 Lamborghini P140 is newer by 47 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 3,960 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini P140 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini P140 (372 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini P140 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 15 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 Lamborghini P140.
Because 1995 Lamborghini P140 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 1995 Lamborghini P140. 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, 1995 Lamborghini P140 (390 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Lamborghini P140 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 15 | 1995 Lamborghini P140 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | 15 | P140 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1230 mm |
