1976 Citroen CX vs. 1974 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,718 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Maserati Bora weights approximately 160 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Maserati Bora 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 1974 Maserati Bora. 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, 1974 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1974 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | CX | Bora |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4718 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
