2009 Citroen C8 vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 2009 Citroen C8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
Because 1995 Ferrari 512 M 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 1995 Ferrari 512 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C8, 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C8 | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C8 | 512 M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
