1979 Citroen CX vs. 1975 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 208 (168 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 240 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 208.
Because 1975 Ferrari 208 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 1975 Ferrari 208. 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, 1975 Ferrari 208 (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1975 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | CX | 208 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2560 mm |
