1979 Citroen CX vs. 1976 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Maserati Bora weights approximately 190 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 1976 Maserati Bora 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 1976 Maserati Bora. 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, 1976 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1976 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | CX | Bora |
Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |