1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 1203 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Ferrari 412 GT 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 1987 Ferrari 412 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1987 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | 2CV | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 120 L |
