2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1996 Ferrari F50
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 661 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 597 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
Because 1996 Ferrari F50 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 F50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo, 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 F50 (520 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. (215 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1996 Ferrari F50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Berlingo | F50 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 10500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 376 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 | 1504 kg | 907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 110 L |
