2008 Citroen C1 vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2008 Citroen C1 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C1, 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C1 | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C1 | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 100 L |
