1949 Citroen 15 vs. 1956 Maserati 350S
To start off, 1956 Maserati 350S 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 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 350S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 350S (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 350S should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 15 weights approximately 556 kg more than 1956 Maserati 350S.
Because 1956 Maserati 350S 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 1956 Maserati 350S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Citroen 15 | 1956 Maserati 350S | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | 15 | 350S |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2330 mm |
