1953 Citroen 15 vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 130 kg more than 1953 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ferrari 512 M 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 1995 Ferrari 512 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1953 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Citroen 15 | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | 15 | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2560 mm |
