1979 Citroen CX vs. 1963 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 330 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Ferrari 330 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 1963 Ferrari 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1963 Ferrari 330 (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1963 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | CX | 330 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
