1983 Citroen CX vs. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen CX would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1983 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 345 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 1993 Ferrari 512 TR 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 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 1993 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | CX | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
