1979 Citroen GSA vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1979 Citroen GSA is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1979 Citroen GSA. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen GSA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 125 kg more than 1979 Citroen GSA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen GSA, 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen GSA. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen GSA.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen GSA | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | GSA | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1979 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |