1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 250 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1963 Ferrari 250 LM 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 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (314 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 1998 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 1963 Ferrari 250 LM has manual transmission. 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Citroen Xsara | 1963 Ferrari 250 LM | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Xsara | 250 LM |
Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 58.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |