2007 Citroen C8 vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (380 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Because 1996 Ferrari F355 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 1996 Ferrari F355. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C8, 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (364 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C8. (314 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C8 | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C8 | F355 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 294 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
