1985 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 90 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F355.
Because 1996 Ferrari F355 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 1996 Ferrari F355. 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen CX | 1996 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | CX | F355 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2164 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2460 mm |