1987 Citroen AX vs. 1996 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1996 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 9 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 961 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 1996 Ferrari Maranello 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 Maranello. 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, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1996 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | AX | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
