1988 Citroen AX vs. 1987 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 396 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Ferrari F40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1987 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | AX | F40 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2936 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 472 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 19.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 120 L |
