1998 Citroen AX vs. 2000 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 360 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen AX would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1998 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 676 kg more than 1998 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ferrari 360 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 2000 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2000 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen AX | 2000 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | AX | 360 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
