1976 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1165 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 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 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 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. 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, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Citroen | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | CX | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 108 L |
