1995 Citroen C vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen C would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 608 more horse power than 1995 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1995 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ferrari 599 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 2011 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen C, 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, 2011 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen C | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C | 599 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 105 L |
