1974 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1989 Maserati Shamal is newer by 15 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 3,215 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 200 kg more than 1989 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1989 Maserati Shamal 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 1989 Maserati Shamal. 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, 1989 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1989 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | CX | Shamal |
Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3215 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |