1989 Citroen C 15 vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1989 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 610 kg more than 1989 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ferrari 512 M 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 1995 Ferrari 512 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen C 15. (71 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen C 15 | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C 15 | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
