1992 Citroen XM vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen XM would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1992 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen XM weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Because 2003 Ferrari 360 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 2003 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen XM | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | XM | 360 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 95 L |
