2003 Citroen C8 vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2003 Citroen C8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C8. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C8 weights approximately 737 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C8 | 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C8 | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 133 L |
