1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari 365 BB would be higher. At 4,388 cc, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (380 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 365 BB weights approximately 1 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Ferrari 365 BB 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 1973 Ferrari 365 BB. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1973 Ferrari 365 BB (410 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 365 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 1973 Ferrari 365 BB | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Xantia | 365 BB |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 4388 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
