1989 Citroen XM vs. 1969 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 424 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1969 Ferrari Dino 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 1969 Ferrari Dino. 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, 1989 Citroen XM (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1969 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | XM | Dino |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 235 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 | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2290 mm |
