1983 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 29 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 515 more horse power than 1983 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 295 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 2012 Ferrari 599 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 2012 Ferrari 599. 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, 2012 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | CX | 599 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 105 L |
