1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 1975 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 308 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1958 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Citroen 2CV | 1975 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | 2CV | 308 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 140 L |
