1951 Citroen 15 vs. 1981 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 308 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Citroen 15 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 308.
Because 1981 Ferrari 308 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 1981 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1951 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, 1981 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 1981 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | 15 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2350 mm |
