1956 Citroen 11 vs. 1965 Ferrari 512 F1
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 11 would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 (223 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 11 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 512 F1.
Because 1965 Ferrari 512 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 1965 Ferrari 512 F1. 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 | 1965 Ferrari 512 F1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | 11 | 512 F1 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 12000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2410 mm |
