1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 1996 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 740 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F50 weights approximately 412 kg more than 1961 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ferrari F50 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 1996 Ferrari F50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen 2CV | 1996 Ferrari F50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | 2CV | F50 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 10500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 69 mm |
| 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 | 907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 110 L |
