1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 42 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 (248 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 55 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, 1999 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, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (137 Nm). This means 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Xsara | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
