1987 Citroen AX vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 13 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 865 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 1987 Citroen AX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (110 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | AX | 550 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |
