1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xantia is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 105 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1957 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xantia | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Xantia | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
