1960 Citroen Bijou vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 43 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (12 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen Bijou. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 720 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 2003 Ferrari 360 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 2003 Ferrari 360. 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen Bijou. (23 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen Bijou.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen Bijou | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Bijou | 360 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 424 cc | 3586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
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 | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 95 L |