1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1975 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 308 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 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 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 870 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 1975 Ferrari 308 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 1975 Ferrari 308. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1975 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | 2CV | 308 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |
