1950 Citroen 15 vs. 2003 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 612 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 5,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 514 kg more than 1950 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ferrari 612 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 2003 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | 15 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 5747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 532 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2960 mm |
