1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 2008 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 553 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1998 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ferrari 599 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 2008 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2008 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen C 15 | 2008 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C 15 | 599 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 105 L |
