1989 Citroen XM vs. 1995 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F355 is newer by 6 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), 1995 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 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 30 kg more than 1995 Ferrari F355.
Because 1995 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 1995 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, 1995 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | XM | F355 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |