1988 Ferrari F40 vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 488 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 293 kg more than 1988 Ferrari F40.
Because 1988 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 1988 Ferrari F40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5, 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, 1988 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari F40 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Citroen |
| Model | F40 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 66 L |
