1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1996 Citroen C 15 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 555 kg more than 1996 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Ferrari 512 BB 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 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen C 15 | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C 15 | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 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 | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 110 L |
