1975 Citroen CX vs. 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1975 Citroen CX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 475 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1964 Ferrari 250 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 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Citroen CX | 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | CX | 250 GTO |
Year Released | 1975 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 58.8 mm |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2420 mm |