1979 Citroen CX vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 28 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB.
Because 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB 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 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | CX | 365 GTB |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 127 L |
