1979 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2007 Ferrari F430 is newer by 28 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 215 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 2007 Ferrari F430 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 2007 Ferrari F430. 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, 2007 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2007 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | CX | F430 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
