1989 Citroen XM vs. 1990 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1990 Ferrari F40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 492 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 210 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F40.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ferrari F40. 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, 1990 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1990 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | XM | F40 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 622 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |