2007 Citroen C6 vs. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider
To start off, 2007 Citroen C6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider would be higher. At 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C6. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C6 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
Because 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider 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 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C6, 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, 2007 Citroen C6 (370 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. (363 Nm). This means 2007 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C6 | 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C6 | 355 Spider |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 110 L |
