1985 Citroen CX vs. 1973 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lamborghini Jarama would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama (350 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 46 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Lamborghini Jarama 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 1973 Lamborghini Jarama. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1973 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | CX | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |
