1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Ferrari 456M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5, 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Citroen |
| Model | 456M | C5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 66 L |
