1974 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 22 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 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 85 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 1996 Ferrari 512 M 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 1996 Ferrari 512 M. 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1996 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | CX | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4942 cc |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
