1956 Citroen 11 vs. 1956 Maserati A6G
To start off, both 1956 Citroen 11 and 1956 Maserati A6G were released in the same year (1956). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Maserati A6G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati A6G (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati A6G should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 11 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1956 Maserati A6G.
Because 1956 Maserati A6G 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 1956 Maserati A6G. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen 11, 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:
| 1956 Citroen 11 | 1956 Maserati A6G | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | 11 | A6G |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 840 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2560 mm |
