1983 Citroen CX vs. 1983 Maserati Merak
To start off, both 1983 Citroen CX and 1983 Maserati Merak were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Merak is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Merak (157 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1983 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Merak should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Merak weights approximately 125 kg more than 1983 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Maserati Merak 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 1983 Maserati Merak. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 1983 Maserati Merak | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | CX | Merak |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
