1966 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2011 Citroen C6
To start off, 2011 Citroen C6 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C6. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C6 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C6, 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, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C6. 2011 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2011 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Citroen |
| Model | 250 GTO | C6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
