1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1996 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen C 15 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 703 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F50 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 15. 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, 1984 Citroen C 15, 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 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen C 15 | 1996 Ferrari F50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C 15 | F50 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 10500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 110 L |
