1982 Citroen LN vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen LN would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 695 kg more than 1982 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ferrari 512 M 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 1995 Ferrari 512 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | LN | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2560 mm |
