1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia
To start off, 1959 Citroen 2CV is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia would be higher. At 4,554 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia weights approximately 545 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia 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 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV, 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.
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1959 Citroen 2CV | 1955 Ferrari 375 Mille Miglia | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | 2CV | 375 Mille Miglia |
Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 4554 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1040 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |