1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1996 Ferrari 550
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 550 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen ZX would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1991 Citroen ZX. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 586 kg more than 1991 Citroen ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ferrari 550 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 1996 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX, 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen ZX. (160 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen ZX | 1996 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | ZX | 550 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 568 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |