2001 Citroen C2 vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 585 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ferrari 599 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 2011 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C2, 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, 2011 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C2 | 599 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 3.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 105 L |
