1962 Citroen 2CV vs. 1982 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1962 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 1982 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen 2CV | 1982 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | 2CV | 308 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| 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 | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 74 L |
