2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 318 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 1980 Ferrari 512 BB 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 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. 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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Xsara | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
