1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. Both 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa and 2001 Citroen C5 are equipped with a 1,983 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5, 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Ferrari | Citroen |
Model | 500 Testarossa | C5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 66 L |