1989 Citroen XM vs. 1999 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 10 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 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (373 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (255 Nm). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | XM | F355 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 373 Nm |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 294 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 | 1380 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |