1990 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2005 Ferrari F430 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen XM would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1990 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1990 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ferrari F430 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 2005 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2005 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen XM | 2005 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | XM | F430 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4308 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 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 | 1280 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 108 L |