1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 1987 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (11 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 609 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 1987 Ferrari F40 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 1987 Ferrari F40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen 2CV | 1987 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | 2CV | F40 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 11 HP | 472 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 120 L |
