1989 Citroen XM vs. 1999 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 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 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 502 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (169 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 420 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
Because 1999 Ferrari F50 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 F50. 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 F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 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 F50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | XM | F50 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 671 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 10497 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 84 L |
