1979 Citroen CX vs. 1994 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F355 is newer by 15 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 40 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F355.
Because 1994 Ferrari F355 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 1994 Ferrari F355. 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, 1994 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1994 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | CX | F355 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2460 mm |
