1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4, 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (240 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Citroen |
| Model | 250 GT | C4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
