1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 BB would be higher. At 4,388 cc, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB weights approximately 501 kg more than 1978 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Ferrari 365 BB 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 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen Visa, 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, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (410 Nm) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (51 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Visa | 365 BB |
Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 4388 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 410 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |