1989 Citroen XM vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 227 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM, 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | XM | 250 GT |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 58.8 mm |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1277 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |