1985 Citroen CX vs. 1983 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 115 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Because 1983 Ferrari 208 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 1983 Ferrari 208. 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, 1985 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1983 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | CX | 208 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2350 mm |
