1949 Citroen 15 vs. 1956 Ferrari 212
To start off, 1956 Ferrari 212 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 212 (163 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 212 should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 15 weights approximately 451 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 212.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Citroen 15 | 1956 Ferrari 212 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | 15 | 212 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2260 mm |
