1994 Citroen AX vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen AX would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 1102 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ferrari F355 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 F355. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX, 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 F355 (364 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | AX | F355 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
