1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2004 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 612 is newer by 20 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 975 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 2004 Ferrari 612 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 2004 Ferrari 612. 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, 2004 Ferrari 612 (590 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 612 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 | 2004 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | C 15 | 612 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 533 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |