1979 Citroen CX vs. 1984 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 208 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 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 115 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 208.
Because 1984 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 1984 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, 1984 Ferrari 208 (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 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 | 1984 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | CX | 208 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2350 mm |
