2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1978 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ferrari 308 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 1978 Ferrari 308. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1978 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1978 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Xsara | 308 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
