1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 36 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 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 720 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 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | 2CV | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
