1984 Ferrari 208 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 242 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Because 1984 Ferrari 208 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 1984 Ferrari 208. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5, 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari 208 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Citroen |
| Model | 208 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
