2007 Citroen C4 vs. 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1966 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 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C4 | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1585 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 133 L |
