2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2001 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 456M.
Because 2001 Ferrari 456M 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 2001 Ferrari 456M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6, 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, 2001 Ferrari 456M (540 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C6. (370 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 2001 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C6 | 456M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 299 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |
