1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 1994 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F355 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen Bijou. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen Bijou would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 786 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 1994 Ferrari F355 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 1994 Ferrari F355. 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, 1994 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen Bijou | 1994 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Bijou | F355 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 82 L |