1996 Citroen XM vs. 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial
To start off, 1996 Citroen XM is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial (161 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen XM weights approximately 530 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial.
Because 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial 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 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Citroen XM, 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.
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1996 Citroen XM | 1954 Ferrari 500 Mondial | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | XM | 500 Mondial |
Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 750 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2260 mm |