1974 Citroen CX vs. 1966 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 670 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 LM.
Because 1966 Ferrari 250 LM 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 1966 Ferrari 250 LM. 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, 1966 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1966 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | CX | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 140 L |
