1991 Citroen XM vs. 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1991 Citroen XM is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1991 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen XM weights approximately 600 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen XM. (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen XM | 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | XM | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 88 L |