1994 Citroen C 15 vs. 2009 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 612 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 489 more horse power than 1994 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1994 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen C 15 | 2009 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C 15 | 612 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 105 L |
