1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1999 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 536 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (135 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 375 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
Because 1999 Ferrari F50 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 1999 Ferrari F50. 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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 1999 Ferrari F50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Xantia | F50 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 671 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 10497 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 371 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 84 L |
