1989 Citroen XM vs. 1994 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F355 is newer by 5 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 32 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F355.
Because 1994 Ferrari F355 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 1994 Ferrari F355. 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, 1994 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1994 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | XM | F355 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 295 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 | 1382 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |