1976 Citroen CX vs. 1976 Maserati Merak
To start off, both 1976 Citroen CX and 1976 Maserati Merak were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Maserati Merak (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Merak should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 126 kg more than 1976 Maserati Merak.
Because 1976 Maserati Merak 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 1976 Maserati Merak. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1976 Maserati Merak | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | CX | Merak |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |
