1989 Citroen XM vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 183 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB.
Because 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB 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 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | XM | 365 GTB |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 127 L |
