1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 645 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Ferrari 512 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (107 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1996 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Visa | 512 M |
Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 422 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 107 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2560 mm |