1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 86 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ferrari 512 TR 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 512 TR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia, 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 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1996 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Xantia | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4943 cc |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
