2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1963 Ferrari 330
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 330.
Because 1963 Ferrari 330 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 1963 Ferrari 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1963 Ferrari 330 (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1963 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C5 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
