1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1960 Citroen 2CV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 505 kg more than 1960 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen 2CV | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | 2CV | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 262 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 |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 100 L |