1976 Citroen CX vs. 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,346 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 695 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | CX | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2346 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
