1974 Citroen CX vs. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 568 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 1984 De Tomaso Deauville 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 1984 De Tomaso Deauville. 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, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1984 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
| Model | CX | Deauville |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
