1984 Citroen CX vs. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1984 Citroen CX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 291 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Maserati Quattroporte 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 1963 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1963 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1963 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1963 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | CX | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
