2002 Citroen C8 vs. 1969 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2002 Citroen C8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (156 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 643 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1969 Ferrari Dino 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 1969 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8, 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, 1969 Ferrari Dino (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 1969 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C8 | Dino |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
