1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2007 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 612 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 952 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ferrari 612 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 2007 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2007 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 2007 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Visa | 612 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 533 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.2:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2960 mm |