2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 452 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa 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 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3, 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, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (300 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3. 2009 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa has manual transmission. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Citroen C3 | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | C3 | 250 Testarossa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 140 L |