1987 Citroen AX vs. 1990 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1990 Ferrari F40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 578 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 378 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ferrari F40 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 1990 Ferrari F40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX, 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, 1990 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 647 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1990 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | AX | F40 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 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 | 722 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 120 L |
