1985 Citroen CX vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 620 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa 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 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | CX | 250 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| 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 | 1420 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 140 L |
