1955 Citroen 15 vs. 1957 Ferrari 801 F1
To start off, 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 (271 HP @ 8400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Citroen 15 weights approximately 671 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 801 F1.
Because 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 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 1957 Ferrari 801 F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1955 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:
| 1955 Citroen 15 | 1957 Ferrari 801 F1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | 15 | 801 F1 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2290 mm |
