1974 Citroen CX vs. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO 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 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 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 225 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO.
Because 1984 Ferrari 288 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 1984 Ferrari 288 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, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX. 1974 Citroen CX has automatic transmission and 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO has manual transmission. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO 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.
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1974 Citroen CX | 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | CX | 288 GTO |
Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2855 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 7.6:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 305 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 | 1450 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2560 mm |