1974 Citroen CX vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 2,951 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE (235 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE weights approximately 60 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE 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 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE. 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, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1963 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | CX | 250 GTE |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
