1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 456M is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 634 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ferrari 456M 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 2009 Ferrari 456M. 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, 2009 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Ferrari 456M | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Xsara | 456M |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 436 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |