1976 Citroen CX vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 355 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1965 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 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO. 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | CX | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 133 L |
