1974 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 31 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. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 422 kg more than 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1. 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, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | CX | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2730 mm |
