1974 Citroen CX vs. 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 490 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO 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 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | CX | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 294 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 | 21.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 133 L |
