1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1996 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F512 M 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 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 216 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 F512 M 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 F512 M. 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 F512 M (719 Nm) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (115 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M 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 F512 M | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Xantia | F512 M |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 7255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
