1949 Citroen 15 vs. 1964 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1964 Ford GT 40 is newer by 15 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 15 weights approximately 462 kg more than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Because 1964 Ford GT 40 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 1964 Ford GT 40. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1949 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1949 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Citroen 15 | 1964 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 15 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2420 mm |
