1981 Citroen LN vs. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 742 kg more than 1981 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ferrari 512 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 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Citroen LN, 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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | LN | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 110 L |
