1974 Citroen CX vs. 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, both 1974 Citroen CX and 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 212 kg more than 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4.
Because 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 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 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4. 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. 1974 Citroen CX has automatic transmission and 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 has manual transmission. 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Citroen CX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | CX | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
