2007 Citroen C6 vs. 2001 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2007 Citroen C6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C6 weights approximately 478 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 360.
Because 2001 Ferrari 360 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 2001 Ferrari 360. 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 (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 360. 2007 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C6 | 2001 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C6 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |
