1976 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1996 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 20 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 4,128 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 495 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 1996 Infiniti Q45 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 1996 Infiniti Q45. 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, 1996 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1996 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | CX | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| 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 | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
