2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 75 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Picasso, 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Picasso | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Picasso | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
