2008 Citroen C2 vs. 1969 Ferrari Dino

To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 53 kg more than 2008 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1969 Ferrari Dino 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 1969 Ferrari Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C2, 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, 1969 Ferrari Dino (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.

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2008 Citroen C2 1969 Ferrari Dino
Make Citroen Ferrari
Model C2 Dino
Year Released 2008 1969
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1358 cc 1987 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 118 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 6500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 57 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 170 km/hour 225 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 991 kg 1044 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1070 mm
Wheelbase Size 2320 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 65 L