1975 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 208 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 15 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 208.
Because 1989 Ferrari 208 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 Ferrari 208. 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, 1989 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1989 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | CX | 208 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
