1989 Citroen XM vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 8 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 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 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 150 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Because 1997 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 1997 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | XM | F355 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |
