2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1960 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1960 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 1960 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5, 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, 1960 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1960 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C5 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
