1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Xantia | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| 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 | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
