1984 Citroen Axel vs. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 398 kg more than 1984 Citroen Axel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS 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 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Axel, 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, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (98 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Axel | 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Axel | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 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 | 875 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2360 mm |
