1979 Citroen CX vs. 1979 Maserati Bora
To start off, both 1979 Citroen CX and 1979 Maserati Bora were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Maserati Bora weights approximately 40 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX.
Because 1979 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 1979 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1979 Maserati Bora | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | CX | Bora |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
