2003 Citroen C 15 vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 2003 Citroen C 15 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1964 Ferrari 250 LM 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 1964 Ferrari 250 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1964 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C 15. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C 15 | 1964 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C 15 | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 140 L |
