1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1972 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Ferrari F355. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Citroen Dyane, 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Dyane | F355 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
