1974 Citroen CX vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 16 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 221 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 570 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, 1974 Citroen CX, 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | CX | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
