1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 48 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 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 773 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 1996 Ferrari 512 M 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 1996 Ferrari 512 M. 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1996 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | 2CV | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |
