2007 Citroen C4 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT

To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 309 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.

Because 1958 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 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4, 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 GT (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.

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2007 Citroen C4 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
Make Citroen Ferrari
Model C4 250 GT
Year Released 2007 1958
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 2953 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 73.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 58.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1354 kg 1045 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 100 L