1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1960 Citroen Bijou is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 616 kg more than 1960 Citroen Bijou. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen Bijou, 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, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm). This means 1955 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen Bijou | 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Bijou | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1960 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 58.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 100 L |