1989 Citroen AX vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen AX would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 845 kg more than 1989 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ferrari 512 TR 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 1995 Ferrari 512 TR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 1995 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | AX | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4943 cc |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 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 | 725 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
