2002 Citroen C2 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 2002 Citroen C2 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C2 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa 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 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C2 | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | C2 | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 140 L |