2009 Ferrari 612 vs. 2009 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2009 Ferrari 612 and 2009 Citroen C8 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Citroen C8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ferrari 612 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 2009 Ferrari 612. 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, 2009 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8. 2009 Citroen C8 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 612 | 2009 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Citroen |
| Model | 612 | C8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 533 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 320 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 80 L |
